No, I Didn't Ask for Any Special Mortgage Deal

Regarding your June 16 editorial "Beltwaywide Financial," I never once asked for or expected discounted mortgages or a so-called "sweetheart" deal from Countrywide Financial.

Here are the facts: In 2002 I was looking for a mortgage and went to several lending institutions. I also called a close friend of mine who knew a lot about mortgages for advice. My friend happened to be with the head of Countrywide Financial...